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North Thompson Fall Fair celebrating 70 years on Labour Day weekend

North Thompson Fall Fair celebrating 70 years on Labour Day weekend

When North Thompson Valley farming and ranching families first got together in the fall of 1949 to talk about holding a fall fair, we wonder if they had any idea where that goal would take them? Those families understood how important agriculture is to everyday living, and through their vision, dedication, and enthusiasm we are now embracing the 70th North Thompson Fall Fair this year.
Four things to know for back to school in School District 73

Four things to know for back to school in School District 73

Summer break is ending and preparations are underway for the first day back to school for the 2019 - 2020 school year in the district, on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Yellowhead 4-H Club rocks their Achievement Day

Yellowhead 4-H Club rocks their Achievement Day

The Yellowhead 4-H Club held their Achievement Day at the fairgrounds in Barriere on Sunday, August 18.
BUY BC produce is the only way to go!

BUY BC produce is the only way to go!

Check out the Buy BC Booth at the Labour Day weekend North Thompson Fall Fair in Barriere
71 riders turn out for annual Toy Run in Barriere

71 riders turn out for annual Toy Run in Barriere

The annual Thunder Alley Stomp‘n Toy Run once again roared into Barriere on Saturday, Aug. 24, this year with 71 bikes participating. The parking lot in front of Barriere AG Foods and the IDA Pharmacy was filled to overflowing with all manner of rods and bikes, plus a huge crowd that had turned out for the event.
Yellowhead 4-H Photography Club visit Wells Gray Park

Yellowhead 4-H Photography Club visit Wells Gray Park

By Taylor Johnson
Scientists monitoring impacts of climate change on Robson Valley wetlands

Scientists monitoring impacts of climate change on Robson Valley wetlands

In the heart of the Robson Valley, skirting the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, a diverse range of habitat has captured the attention of scientists studying wetlands and climate change.
Barriere Literacy hosts TV Players Summer Camp

Barriere Literacy hosts TV Players Summer Camp

The Thompson Valley Players hosted a theatre workshop in Barriere the week of Aug. 5, for some 20 students at the North Thompson Activity Community Center facility in The Ridge.
Canim Lake Band and Simpcw renew relationship through agreement

Canim Lake Band and Simpcw renew relationship through agreement

Agreement reflects current legal and political landscape, with Indigenous empowerment and resurgence
Meet the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Candidates for 2019/2020

Meet the North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Candidates for 2019/2020

North Thompson Fall Fair and Rodeo Ambassador Candidate